Alex Carey has admitted his own scoring rate suffered along with the rest of Australia's batting during last week's shock defeat to Bangladesh, while insisting the side's history of bouncing back in a big way gives him confidence heading into his 50th Test in Mackay.

Speaking to reporters ahead of Saturday's second Test at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Carey reflected on Australia's collapse in Darwin, where he managed just 19 off 43 and 30 off 72, two of his nine slowest Test innings in which he has faced at least 40 balls.

"Two different scenarios, first innings to second innings. Scoring rates were down a little bit just with the two wickets in the centre there. It was quite hard to pierce that field with the square."

He credited Bangladesh's discipline for restricting his usual scoring options, particularly through the middle of the pitch.

"They played a really disciplined game of cricket, and we'll learn a lot from that. We're a proud group of cricketers, and obviously last week didn't go to plan. We've reflected, we've talked about it, we always have those conversations in real time as well, didn't have to wait until after the game to have those conversations."

Carey said the squad's track record under pressure gave him belief a response was coming.

"If I can say anything, when this team's been challenged, we always find a way to bounce back in a big way. I'm looking forward to Saturday."

On the broader defeat, he said Australia had already begun addressing what went wrong rather than waiting to dwell on it afterwards.

"Last week didn't really go according to our plans. We've spoken about that. We normally have a lot of conversations among ourselves anyway. We're trying to turn things around in a short period of time. Everyone is desperate to bounce back and move forward."

Carey also addressed the mood in the squad following Jake Weatherald's axing from the side, saying he had reached out personally to offer his support.

"It's always a difficult thing when someone gets dropped from the team. But that's sport. I've sent him a message and given him my support. Hopefully, he can bounce back quickly and get us into another final. He's in his 30s and has great class."

On Matt Renshaw's recall to open in Weatherald's place, Carey backed the returning batter's maturity and record across formats.

"He's a much more mature cricketer now. By the time you're approaching 30, you learn and understand a lot about yourself and the game. He knows how to balance attack and defence. He's capable of performing in all conditions. He has a century in India and a Test century in Sydney. He's an even better player now. It's a great opportunity, and hopefully he takes it."

Reflecting on reaching his half-century of Test appearances, Carey said the milestone had crept up on him gradually rather than being something he had set out chasing.

"At the start of your Test career, you're obviously excited. You take it match by match. Being able to play 50 Tests is a great achievement, but I want to play more. These 50 Tests have been a lot of fun, with plenty of good moments and success, and hopefully there's more success ahead."

He was non-committal on the state of the Mackay surface so early in the week, though spoke warmly of the venue itself.

"It's very hot here. It's probably too early to comment on the wicket. I've played here before. It's a great place to play. The outfield and wicket are both excellent. Hopefully, it will be a good wicket and won't be too hard."